What a wonderful day for cycling - pity Jeff couldn't have been with us - hope to see you soon, Jeff.
Contrary to 'normal' Henfold departure we nine headed north, turning into Lodge Lane opposite Fourwents Pond. This leads to a reasonable track, but , since I recced it a very new surface of cinders has been applied making the ascent somewhat tricky. I can't recommend using this track again. Joining the metalled Shellwood Road we were soon passing through Parkgate and Charlwood, turning right into Ifield Road to keep us a little further away from the departing aircraft. Soon we had to join the A23 briefly before turning off to Tinsley Green and our lunch destination, the Shipley Bridge.
As requested, Tim had phoned our choices in advance so we were quickly served good food enabling us to have a leisurely break. Heading east on the B2037 we soon turned north into Rede Hall Road then shortly into Broadbridge Lane. Perrylands Drive led to a byway on which ponies and traps are banned but we rode along unchallenged. Rejoining the road we headed north to Redhill Aerodrome and the newish cafe/restaurant Pilot's Hub which served us well with a good selection of cakes. A bonus was sitting outside, watching the aircraft and a walk through a hangar with lots of light aircraft en route to the loo! What more could you ask for?
Thanks to all for the good company, especially lunch monitor/tec/photographer Tim.
Terry
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